Downtown Bowling & Bar | $208K Cash Flow | Real Estate

Asking Price$845,000

Cash Flow

EBITDANot Disclosed

Gross Revenue$466,381

Inventory$6,700
Included in asking price
FF&E$472,196
Included in asking price
Real Estate$1,700,000
Not included in asking price
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Downtown Bowling & Bar | $208K Cash Flow | Real Estate


Asking Price$845,000

Cash Flow

EBITDANot Disclosed

Gross Revenue$466,381

Inventory$6,700
Included in asking price
FF&E$472,196
Included in asking price
Real Estate$1,700,000
Not included in asking price

Seller Financing Available
Business Description
EXCEPTIONAL ACQUISITION OPPORTUNITY: HIGH-MARGIN EATERTAINMENT VENUE WITH PRIME DOWNTOWN REAL ESTATE

Step into one of the most lucrative and rapidly expanding sectors in the hospitality industry. We are pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, turnkey boutique "eatertainment" venue located in the vibrant heart of a historic downtown district. Generating $208,006 in owner's cash flow on $466,381 in TTM Feb. 2026 revenue, this business operates at a staggering 44.6% profit margin.

Additionally, highly coveted commercial real estate situated directly on a major, iconic pedestrian street is available in the transaction. This offers a buyer ultimate operational control, long-term asset appreciation, and exceptionally favorable conditions for acquisition financing.

THE CONCEPT: HIGH-YIELD "EATERTAINMENT" This venue flawlessly executes the modern entertainment model by combining three highly complementary revenue streams under one roof:
• Boutique Bowling: The anchor attraction features state-of-the-art duckpin lanes. Duckpin bowling utilizes smaller balls and pins, requiring a fraction of the real estate of traditional bowling. Furthermore, the modern mechanicals require minimal maintenance, and the game entirely eliminates the logistical headache of dedicated bowling shoe rentals.
• Vintage Arcade Lounge: A collection of classic arcade cabinets and pinball machines provides a constant stream of automated, high-margin micro-transactions while keeping guests engaged as they wait for lanes or tables.
• Premium Dining & Craft Bar: Far exceeding standard "bowling alley fare," the venue operates a full commercial kitchen serving a highly rated modern American menu. The beverage program is a massive revenue driver, featuring craft cocktails and an extensive local draft beer list.

THE EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP The venue boasts a highly unique, goodwill brand collaboration with a legendary, two-time Daytona 500 winner and national media personality. Operating a signature branded bar within the facility, the business serves the celebrity's flagship craft beers. This zero-cost partnership provides unprecedented brand visibility and acts as a massive magnet for the region's dedicated racing demographic.

TURNKEY OPERATIONS The business is fully staffed with a cross-trained, highly capable team of 14 personnel. The organizational structure includes a dedicated General Manager, a Facility Lead handling mechanical upkeep, 4 experienced back-of-house cooks, and 8 front-of-house servers and bartenders. This robust infrastructure allows a new owner to immediately focus on high-level growth strategies rather than day-to-day shift execution. Furthermore, the sale includes $200,000 in fully paid-off assets, including all kitchen equipment, arcade machines, and bowling infrastructure.

MASSIVE UNTAPPED GROWTH POTENTIAL The current ownership has successfully built a beloved local brand and an immaculate physical facility, achieving incredible profitability almost entirely through inbound, organic walk-in traffic. A growth-minded acquirer is stepping into a de-risked operation with a runway for revenue expansion:

• Corporate Event Sales: The venue currently lacks a dedicated outbound sales team. Hiring a commissioned event coordinator to target regional businesses for weekday team-building retreats and holiday parties would immediately monetize historically slow daytime hours.
• Structured Bowling Leagues: Implementing casual, 8-week social duckpin leagues on weeknights will guarantee recurring foot traffic and food/beverage minimums.
• Digital Loyalty & VIP Subscriptions: Transitioning the customer base to a digital rewards app and launching a monthly VIP membership tier would drastically increase customer lifetime value and provide predictable monthly recurring revenue.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a flawless physical build-out, a beloved brand, and prime downtown real estate in a thriving tourist market.
About the Business
Years in Operation
5
Employees
14 Full-time
Facilities & Assets
The business includes $200,000 in well-maintained, high-value assets. The centerpiece is 8 bowling lanes with pin setters, balls, and lounge seating valued at $397,600. The sale features a fully equipped commercial kitchen (convection oven, floor fryers, reach-in refrigeration) and comprehensive bar equipment. Also included are 16 TVs, a professional sound system, extensive dining furniture, glassware, and $6,700 in starting food, liquor, and beer inventory. Everything needed for turnkey operations.
Market Outlook / Competition
Located in the booming tourist hub of downtown Bristol, TN, the business operates in the rapidly expanding "eatertainment" market. While competitors include legacy bowling alleys, sports bars, and large casinos, this venue monopolizes a profitable niche. By combining space-efficient duckpin bowling with a premium restaurant and vintage arcade, it avoids the massive overhead of traditional bowling while capturing a broader, multi-generational audience than adult-only casinos or basic sports pubs, securing a dominant local market share.
Opportunities for Growth
This turnkey venue offers massive, untapped growth potential. Current profitability stems entirely from organic walk-in traffic, leaving immense runway for a new owner. Immediate revenue drivers include launching an outbound sales program for high-margin corporate events, establishing weeknight social bowling leagues, and creating VIP subscription memberships for predictable recurring revenue. Additionally, implementing a digital loyalty app and geo-fenced marketing during major regional race weekends will drastically increase customer capture and ROI.
Real Estate
Owned or Leased
Owned
Not included in asking price
Building Sq. Ft.
8,000
About the Sale
Transition Support
90 days of transition support is included in the asking price.
Financing Options
Eliro Inc can assist with bank financing and seller financing.
Listing Info
ID
2490615
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